If you have been injured on the job in California, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. There are a variety of different types of workplace injuries that are covered under California workers’ compensation laws, including leg and knee injuries. You may be able to receive medical benefits, temporary or permanent disability benefits, and more. The specifics of your claim can vary depending on the severity of your injury and other factors. By understanding how knee and leg injuries are addressed in workers' comp cases, you can ensure that you will be able to receive the benefits you deserve.
Types of Leg and Knee Injuries Covered by Workers' Compensation
In California, employers must provide workers’ compensation coverage for all employees. Workers’ compensation covers a wide range of leg and knee injuries that occur while on the job. Common types of leg and knee injuries include fractures, sprains, strains, dislocations, torn ligaments or tendons, crushed bones, nerve damage, amputations, burns, and cuts or lacerations.
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